OTH 6435 Psychosocial Dysfunction I
Psychosocial Dysfunction I (4). This course is designed to introduce the student to the influence of psychosocial dysfunction on children and adolescents and its impact on occupational performance. The implications for occupational therapy evaluation, intervention planning, and intervention will be addressed as it relates to helping individuals actively engage in daily occupations. The course will emphasize key frames of reference, models, and theories and its importance to the practice of occupational therapy. Additionally, students will discuss aspects of ethics and research as it relates to psychosocial OT practice.